Career Development Women

One Yellow Brick reveals effective strategies, with a healthy dose of humor, to overcome the obstacles and challenges that may be holding you back in your career. Swader shares the secret ingredients on how to get you in the spotlight and become an industry thought leader while building the confidence you need to own the room…one yellow brick at a time.

Shoes of Prey launched in 2009. It allowed people to design their dream shoes online, get them expertly manufactured, and have them shipped to anywhere in the world within two weeks. The startup broke even at two months, hit multi-million dollar revenues in under two years, raised tens of millions in funding from top-tier investors and shipped to more than 100 countries. All the metrics pointed to huge scalability. To a huge business. To a huge success. But it didn’t succeed. In 2018 the business failed. And this is that story.

Do you ever feel like your heels are stuck in the career ladder and you are not achieving your full potential in your career? In My Heels Got Stuck in the Career Ladder, Carla Mashinski correlates the career ladder with those tough questions we ask ourselves throughout our career. She uses real life examples and stories with practical advice to inspire woman to succeed in their career and move up their career ladder. Unlike other professional development books, My Heels Got Stuck in the Career Ladder enables the reader to visualize a roadmap that shows how to navigate the ups and downs of ...

When Dolly had her children, the idea of returning to work felt daunting. The thought of having to combine the challenges of career and family was unfamiliar yet, despite it being the experience of so many millions of women, she struggled to find material to help galvanise and reassure her; and to make her feel that anything was possible. In this book, Dolly aims to change all of that and provide women with practical advice, as well interweaving her own personal experiences.

Dinah Lin is the living proof it’s never too late…for anyone. Now in her 70s, she has become a published author and begun a new career. Daring to Dream Once Again shares her amazing journey—spanning seven decades and six countries. What was it like growing up in a small town in Ohio as the only Asian family and living in Asia for 15 years raising two young children? How did she make the transition from housewife and social hostess to the senior executive levels in both corporate American and in Washington, DC, then leave everything behind to move to Beijing for a decade?

This book highlights one small business owner's journey to achieve success on her own terms. And spotlights key learning you can take from this experience in the form of 10 top business lessons you can apply to your own entrepreneurial journey. Listen to this book if you like to learn from other people's mistakes, if you love to hear business autobiographies, or simply if you're curious. This book is intentionally short so that you can learn and apply the lessons quickly and easily.

Was sind die Vorteile und Risiken des Flirtens am Arbeitsplatz? Haben Sie bei der Arbeit Gedanken sexueller Natur? Klopft dein Herz, wenn du weißt, dass du mit jemandem zusammenarbeiten musst, den du sehr begehrenswert findest? Glaubst du, dass dir ein Abenteuer gut tun würde? Und schließlich, ist es möglich, seinen Seelenverwandten bei der Arbeit zu treffen? Wenn ja, seien Sie vorsichtig! Bevor du dich hemmungslos auf das Objekt deiner Flamme stürzt, solltest du dir eine Stunde lang lesen.

In What It Takes, Amy Henry, a formidable businesswoman and national star from The Apprentice, shares her experiences, skills, and in-your-face advice for moving up in today's workplace.

Pearls is a collection of advice and guidance for women who want to excel in various areas of their life, career, and business. By the end of Pearls, you'll walk away with a collection of invisible pearl necklaces that will make you feel empowered. You will have a renewed sense of direction and confidence to face what's next for you.

Are men poised to dominate the burgeoning cannabis industry business by default? Not if Dr. Leslie Apgar and Gina Dubbé have anything to say about it. These two best friends and businesswomen challenged norms and expectations by opening their own medical cannabis dispensary. And it was anything but easy.

In Create Something, first-generation El Salvadorian American Lilly Benitez shares the story of how she created something out of nothing. From a road trip in the 90s through Dallas to Central America to the establishment of her passion project, the Blade Craft Barber Academy, in 2015, this dual narrative delivers a rare glimpse into the trials and triumphs of a first-generation entrepreneur.

As companies expand their international operations, smart women who are prepared to pursue opportunities overseas can dramatically accelerate their careers, enjoying high-profile projects, bigger promotions, and impressive financial rewards. Get Ahead by Going Abroad is the go-to resource that reveals how women, single or married, can leverage this trend to showcase their skills and move up quickly on their own terms.

From developing a plan of action to staying motivated, this audiobook covers all the essential elements of building a successful career as a girl boss. With real-life examples, practical advice, and helpful resources, Girl Boss Mindset: Strategies for Goal-Setting, Growth, and Success is the perfect guide for any woman who is ready to take her career to the next level.

Jody, also known as the Stay at Home Mum, has been there and done it herself. She was made redundant while pregnant with her second child and, inspired by necessity, built a money-saving blog from her kitchen table that has grown to become Australia's biggest mothers' network. In this book, Jody explains everything she's learned to help other women get it right: from how to choose a smart business idea and where to start, to the best marketing strategies and digital tools to use, and much more.

Taking a practical approach to leadership growth, with reflection and a call to action, Sarah shares how to identify the self-sabotaging beliefs and behaviors. The stories that have taken root without your conscious thought or permission, remove them, and develop new beliefs and behaviors that truly reflect what you think, believe, and aspire to become. Sarah also shares practices that you can use to help you become more aware of the invisible roots in your life that could be holding you back from being the leader you are called to be.

Addressing some of the specific challenges female entrepreneurs face, That’s What She Said provides women with game-changing advice for every step of the process - from the germ of a business idea to making your first million (or two)! It’s fantastic hearing about inspirational women who’ve reached the dizzy heights of Oprah Winfrey, Marie Forleo or Sheryl Sandberg - but what if that’s not your ambition? What if success, for you, looks completely different?

For so many women, "work-life balance" is a myth. And when you're already juggling a career, personal life, and family - plus your side projects, a smidgen of self-care, and the occasional need to sleep - "mindfulness" can sound like just another thing to do. But if you take five minutes for mindfulness now and then, it may not only save your sanity - but also springboard your success. Let psychotherapist Shonda Moralis coach you through 50 "mindful breaks" ingeniously tied to your hectic schedule

Executive Motherhood provides a one-of-a-kind toolkit for women who want to upgrade both their professional ambitions and their family lives. Ashley Quinto Powell combines 20 years of experience as an entrepreneur and executive, 10 years of raising two stellar kids, and the satisfaction of being married to a very hunky husband to the inspiring stories, practical tips, and unparalleled advice contained within.

After years of sharing her small-business tips and marketing tricks with readers of her popular blog, ChunkOfChange.com, and her column in the Long Beach Post, Olga Mizrahi has taken her message to the streets, urging business owners to focus in while reaching out. You'll be excited and motivated to state your difference clearly to the world--and your neighborhood--while confidently selling yourself and your business.

Die Kraft der selbstbewussten Worte "Warum werde ich so oft unterbrochen? Warum fällt es mir schwer, mir Gehör zu verschaffen?" Viele Menschen, insbesondere Frauen, haben das Gefühl, ihre Möglichkeiten nicht auszuschöpfen, weil es ihnen im Job oft nicht gelingt, sich hörbar zu machen. Sei es aus Unsicherheit, Harmoniebedürftigkeit oder schlicht Bequemlichkeit. Stimmexpertin Monika Hein zeigt, wie Zurückhaltende konsequent für sich einstehen und Vorsichtige endlich gehört werden. Mithilfe von praktischen Übungen und Tipps werden innere Blockaden überwunden und die eigene Überzeugungskraft und Präsenz erarbeitet.